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The multi-national Eurofighter Typhoon has been described as the aerodynamic apotheosis of lessons learned from the twin engine “teen series” fighters that began with the F-14 and F-15, continued...

LONDON, July 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ —
The latest report from business intelligence provider visiongain offers up to date analysis of the global military aircraft MRO market. Visiongain assesses that this market will reach $49bn in 2015.
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